Use of Non-OEM Parts in Repairs Could Expose your Dealership to Liability
Many dealerships perform bodywork and mechanical repairs on vehicles which have been in accidents. Generally these repairs are…
News October 1Latest in: Sales and Finance
Customer Pay Service Work is Declining – That’s Great News for You
As an automotive professional, you always want to stay informed on the latest trends in the industry. Economic…
News October 1The Challenge of Scale, Span and Shift
Today’s progressive auto dealer faces three difficult challenges: limited scale, broad span and significant marketplace shift. How he…
News October 1Mike Reichenbach, Ford Lincoln Mercury
Prior to becoming a dealer, Mike Reichenbach was a factory guy working at Ford Motor Co. After deciding…
News October 1It Turns Out You Can Fix Stupid — Part 2
In my last column I wailed about free or dirt cheap oil changes, no appointments, and ridiculous commitments…
News September 13Get Tough, Take Control of Flat Rate Hours
Of course I am speaking of the all important, yet fleeting Flat Rate Hours here. These are the…
News September 2Cutting Expenses Leads to Record Dealership Profitability
In my early years in the auto retail industry a dealer told me, “You cannot cut your way…
News September 1Dangers of Failing to Check Warranty Notes
Dealers need to be wary of “warranty repair shoppers.” Sometimes, for various reasons, a car owner has decided…
News September 1New Year-end Federal Requirements
I admit that I watch too much sports. My time could probably be better spent with constructive activity,…
News September 1Quit Changing the Pay Plan!
If you ask 10 service managers to define the perfect pay plan for service advisors, you will get…
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